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Goin' Home
This tune is notable only for its profoundly personal significance. I wrote it in February 2014 on the eve of our departure for my wife's birthplace in the Philippines. It was always the highlight of her year making that annual pilgrimage. And the highlight of my year, too, mainly because it made her so happy. I think only an immigrant can relate to what it means to pull up stakes, abandoning family and all that's familiar to build a new life in a strange land. She never complained and always worked very, very hard. So hard it often shamed me into re-examining my own comfortable complacence that came from growing up middle-class and always having enough to eat. I've dusted this one off again because the lyrics have assumed new meaning, as I pack her remains into a box for one last trip home. The vocal was intended as just a scratch track. I just didn't ever get around to recording a proper vocal, and now I can't bring myself to do it. So it is what it is. http://www.soundclick.com/player/single_player.cfm?songid=12905135&q=hi
 All else is in doubt, so this is the truth I cling to. My Stuff
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 13:49:12
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Sorry to hear, but happy to hear the song. It's a fine work, love the dynamics too.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 13:54:13
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Thanks for sharing this Dave at what could be described as a difficult time.
Strength to you and your family.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 14:06:11
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This sounds good as is. Sorry about the circumstances, but thanks for sharing.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 15:07:10
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Very deep lyrics Bit. It is so sad but a great tribute to her. I appreciate your sharing this as well.
Beautiful playing and arrangement.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 15:55:25
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The song is beautifully written, performed and mixed...and I'm sorry for your loss. There is a little stereo effect going on with the keys I like...what are you doing there? Is it a leslie?
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 17:01:41
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My thoughts are with you.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 17:40:38
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clintmartin
There is a little stereo effect going on with the keys I like...what are you doing there? Is it a leslie?
I think it was just a stereo ping-pong Wurli patch that I used there, a stock patch from my Yamaha MO8. Aside from basic reverb and delay, the mix is pretty much devoid of effects. I always meant to go back and remix it, clean it up, add the vox. Or at least fix up those flat notes! I don't even think it was properly mastered, as it sounds a little quiet to me now. But I've left it alone as a document of that moment. To help me remember what it felt like when we were optimistic, when we acted as though there would be an inexhaustible supply of tomorrows, each one better than the last.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 18:45:49
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 20:41:13
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Best wishes Dave.
Great song! I love when I can feel it and be part of it as opposed to just listening. Very moving.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/27 21:42:23
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The song is beautiful, but what incredibly sad circumstances.
God bless you.
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Re: Goin' Home
2014/12/29 07:32:14
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Dave, Lovely Mix on the music end of things …nice to hear you post a tune  Kenny
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Re: Goin' Home
2015/01/08 09:19:19
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Very nice, Bit. It's got feel, no question, but also played and arranged well. There's a good amount of reverb in the mix but I think it suits the song well and only adds to the overall feel. Vocals sound OK here! I wouldn't change anything.
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Re: Goin' Home
2015/01/08 13:29:38
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Haunting and beautiful ol pal. Straight from the heart.
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Re: Goin' Home
2015/01/08 14:06:15
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☄ Helpfulby bapu 2015/01/08 14:10:24
That is very pleasant to listen to, for such a deeply overwhelming moment in your life.
Richard Brautigan, wrote something about a Karma Repair kit, decades ago, that I like, for when we are in these kind of places; (something like this...)
1. Find a quiet place to sleep and get enough of it
2. Get enough food to sustain you and eat it.
3. Be still/quiet until you remember who you are and why you want to be here........
Take care
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Re: Goin' Home
2015/01/09 02:59:25
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wow....sorry to hear Bit...I have a special understanding as my wife is Korean so shes made that trip back and forth more than a few times....
You wife had a great guy and you two are bless.
Great work...
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Re: Goin' Home
2015/01/12 16:26:26
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Dave,
Sorry to hear of your loss, belated, as I see you posted this a few weeks back. The song is really good and a nice reminder for you of the good times. Those memories are always what gets you through it. Wouldn't change a thing about it, everything is great including your "scratch" vocal track.
Regards
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Re: Goin' Home
2015/01/12 21:25:39
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My condolences to you on you loss, Bit.
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Re: Goin' Home
2015/01/13 01:14:51
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My condolences. The song is fantastic, I liked the vocals actually. Listened to it on really poor headphones though, will give it another go when I get home.
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